Julia Frankhauser
Fl.
Summary
Empathetic New Grad Family Nurse Practitioner focused on providing quality care and maintaining direct lines of communication with patients and healthcare team. Calm, understanding professional bringing over 14 years of experience in healthcare , evaluating and treating acute and chronic medical conditions through prescribed treatments, medications and testing. Exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Baycare
01.2023 - Current
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Handled a high volume of complex patients by prioritizing tasks and effectively delegating responsibilities to other team members, resulting in efficient patient care.
- Reduced complications post-surgery through diligent assessment, intervention, and timely communication with the interdisciplinary team.
- Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
- Contributed to a high standard of care through ongoing professional development and staying current on best practices in cardiac nursing.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams during daily rounds for discussing patient cases and treatment plans that ensured continuity of care throughout hospital stays.
- Skillfully managed acute symptoms presented by patients experiencing chest pain or dysrhythmia, resulting in prompt medical intervention when necessary.
Registered Nurse
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
11.2020 - 01.2023
- Provide close monitoring of adults with acute & chronic heart failure, arrhythmias, MI screenings, anticoagulation therapy, and pre/post cardiac diagnostic procedures
- Pre and post- transplant care
- Responsible for interpreting telemetry strips for patients on the floor and providing appropriate intervention when necessary
- Chest tube management and maintenance
- Skillfully managed acute symptoms presented by patients experiencing chest pain or arrhythmia's, resulting in prompt medical intervention when necessary.
- Managed the administration of 3-7 patients medication effectively, ensuring accurate dosages and preventing adverse reactions.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Brightstar Care
01.2017 - 11.2021
- Evaluate nursing intervention outcomes, conferring with other healthcare team members as necessary
- Provide medical treatment or personal care to patients in private home settings, such as cooking, keeping rooms orderly, seeing that patients are comfortable and safe
- Provide care as a school nurse for children ages 6 months- 14 years old, including assessments for head injuries, first aide, assessments and medication administration
- Delivered exceptional wound care, including dressing changes and infection prevention measures, resulting in faster healing times for patients.
- Improved patients'' quality of life by providing compassionate care and assisting with daily living activities.
- Enhanced the efficiency of home visits by effectively managing schedules and prioritizing patients based on acuity levels.
- Maintained detailed and accurate records of patient progress, ensuring timely communication with primary care providers.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Accountable Staffing
05.2018 - 06.2021
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information up to 30 patients.
- Received new admissions and was responsible for receiving, reporting,and verifying all orders, head to toe patient assessment and new admit paperwork
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Registered Nurse
Medical Center Of Trinity
06.2019 - 06.2021
- Work as part of a healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care, and implement interventions.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Handled a high volume of complex patients by prioritizing tasks and effectively delegating responsibilities to other team members, resulting in efficient patient care.
- Reduced complications post-surgery through diligent assessment, intervention, and timely communication with the interdisciplinary team.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Arbor Medical Staffing
04.2018 - 06.2019
- Administer prescribed medications to 20 + patients via various routes including oral, enteral, injection and IV routes
- Maintain IV , PICC and Midline sites and perform appropriate dressing changes
- Observe patients, charting and reporting changes in patients' conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication or treatment, and taking any necessary action
- Work as part of a healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care, and implement interventions.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Seminole Nursing Pavillion
02.2016 - 03.2018
- Assisted in the delivery of healthcare through patient assessments, interventions and monitoring of 20 patients
- Administered medications to 20 patients and monitored and documented the effectiveness of all medications
- Performed skin assessments for 20 patients and implemented standing orders as needed to treat skin breakdown/wounds
- Performed wound care/ treatments for 20 patients including wound vacs
- Performed catheter insertion/ maintenance and observation
Licensed Practical Nurse Dermatology
Diagnostic Clinic
02.2015 - 02.2016
- Assisted in various dermatologic surgeries and procedures ensuring optimal outcomes and quick recovery times.
- Provided wound care and post-op suture removal, and assessed for proper healing
- Set up equipment and prepared medical treatment rooms including sterile field set-up for various surgeries and procedures.
- Sterilized equipment and supplies, using germicides, sterilizer, or autoclave
- Prepared patients for examinations, tests, or treatments and explained procedures
- Made appointments, kept records, and performed other clerical duties
- Implemented infection control measures within the clinic setting, promoting a safe environment for both patients and staff members alike.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Physicians Association
06.2012 - 07.2014
- Performed ear lavage's, throat cultures and various types of dressing changes
- Used electronic medical record management systems to keep patient info up to date
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills with both patients and other members of the healthcare team.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Followed proper procedure for installation and removal of catheters and IVs.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Med Staff- San Francisco General Hospital and Mills-Peninsula Hospital
03.2011 - 11.2013
- Aide in fast accurate emergency triage, assessment, intervention and stabilization
- Maintaining patient census and electronic medical records, putting together emergency medical packets
- Use of Epic and Pinnacle computer program to maintain patient records
- Communicating effectively with families during emergent situations
- Maintaining a safe, calm environment for patients waiting to be roomed
- Routinely checking and monitoring vital signs, obtaining medical history.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Test Med
09.2009 - 12.2012
- Administered injections including, flu, pneumonia, tb tests, flu nasal mist, etc
- Administered the appropriate vaccinations based on patient history
- Traveled to various businesses, setting up vaccination station, and arriving punctually
- Stored and handled all vaccinations according to appropriate care standards as well as proper sharps disposal
Licensed Vocational Nurse and Certified Nursing Assistant
Brightstar
03.2010 - 04.2011
- Providing post-op care including monitoring stability, vitals and post-op site
- Inserting/monitoring catheters
- Decreased medication errors by maintaining accurate records and double-checking dosages before administration.
- Exceeded expectations in meeting the unique needs of each patient through personalized attention, adapting interventions according to specific circumstances.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and efficient care.
- Managed wound care effectively to prevent infections and expedite the healing process.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT03.2024
B.S.N. Nursing -
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT11.2020
A.A. Nursing -
Galen College of Nursing
St. Petersburg, FL03.2019
Vocational Nursing L.V.N. -
Medical Career College
Fremont, CA06.2009
A.A. Psychology -
Foothill College
Los Altos, CA06.2003
Skills
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Patient Education
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Collaborative Team Player
- Continuing Education Commitment
- Client Relationship Building
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Pre-and post-treatment care
- Patient Assessment Abilities
- Maintaining Patient Confidentiality
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
Certification
FNP-BC
Registered Nurse
ACLS
BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Baycare
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
11.2020 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse
Medical Center Of Trinity
06.2019 - 06.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Accountable Staffing
05.2018 - 06.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Arbor Medical Staffing
04.2018 - 06.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse
Brightstar Care
01.2017 - 11.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Seminole Nursing Pavillion
02.2016 - 03.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse Dermatology
Diagnostic Clinic
02.2015 - 02.2016
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Physicians Association
06.2012 - 07.2014
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Med Staff- San Francisco General Hospital and Mills-Peninsula Hospital
03.2011 - 11.2013
Licensed Vocational Nurse and Certified Nursing Assistant
Brightstar
03.2010 - 04.2011
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Test Med
09.2009 - 12.2012
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Western Governors University
B.S.N. Nursing -
Western Governors University
A.A. Nursing -
Galen College of Nursing
Vocational Nursing L.V.N. -
Medical Career College
A.A. Psychology -
Foothill College